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Election: Why we’re allowing 16-year-olds to vote — UK govt
Tribune Online Election: Why we’re allowing 16-year-olds to vote — UK govt Our democracy is in crisis, and we risk reaching a tipping point where politics loses its legitimacy, Election: Why we’re allowing 16-year-olds to vote — UK govt Tribune Online
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PICNG restores missing list of conversion centres after PREMIUM TIMES report
This was done about three hours after PREMIUM TIMES reported the sudden disappearance of the data from public view. The post PICNG restores missing list of conversion centres after PREMIUM TIMES report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Ajanaku vows to reposition Ondo information ministry, promote Aiyedatiwa’s govt
Newly inaugurated Ondo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Idowu Ajanaku, has pledged to strategically promote the administration of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa through effective public communication. Ajanaku, one of the The post Ajanaku vows to reposition Ondo information ministry, promote Aiyedatiwa’s govt appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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UNIABUJA VC Reacts To Wike’s Land Grabbing Allegations
  The Acting Vice Chancellor of Yakubu Gowon University, formerly University of Abuja, Prof. Lar Patricia Manko, has faulted the allegation of land grabbing levelled against the institution by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. Manko, while speaking to journalists in Abuja, described the university’s ownership of the disputed 11,000 hectares of […] The post UNIABUJA VC Reacts To Wike’s Land Grabbing Allegations appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Oando Foundation Green Youth Upskilling Program 2025
  The Oando Foundation Green Youth Upskilling Program for 2025 is currently accepting applications. This initiative seeks to develop the skills of 25 young people who show promise for success in environmental and technical industries. Read more about Opportunities Target Participant Profile: The Green Youth Upskilling Program is designed for candidates who fit the following … Continue reading Oando Foundation Green Youth Upskilling Program 2025 This article Oando Foundation Green Youth Upskilling Program 2025 appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.
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Egbe Akomolede ati Asa Yoruba announces details of 49th ANC
The Egbe Akomolede ati Asa Yoruba Nigeria has announced details of its 49th Annual National Conference and General Meeting. The details were contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Chairman and General Secretary, Alhaji Tiamiyu M. Adeoye and Adeyemi Dauda Talubi. According to the Principal Officers of association, the ANC and General Meeting [...]
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Atiku’s exit end of PDP era – Support group
A support group, Nigerian Youths for Atiku (NYFA), says the exit of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, marks the end of an era in the country. NYFA’s Director General, Mr Dare Dada, who made this remark in a statement on Thursday in Lagos, said that Atiku’s decision to quit PDP […] Atiku’s exit end of PDP era – Support group
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Israel denies targeting religious sites after strike hits Gaza church
The Israeli government has expressed regret over civilian casualties and damage to religious infrastructure following a recent strike on the Holy Family Church in Gaza City, while denying that religious sites are deliberately targeted. In a statement released by the Foreign Ministry, Israel conveyed “deep sorrow over the damage [to the church] and over any […] Israel denies targeting religious sites after strike hits Gaza church
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Reverse delineation of Itsekiri, Ijaw, Urhobo communities, OPC charges INEC
Tribune Online Reverse delineation of Itsekiri, Ijaw, Urhobo communities, OPC charges INEC It urged for a reversal to prevent breakdown of law and order between Itsekiri and Ijaw communities in the area Reverse delineation of Itsekiri, Ijaw, Urhobo communities, OPC charges INEC Tribune Online
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Supreme Court strikes out AMCON’s appeal in debt case
The ruling was delivered by Justice Uwani Musa Abba Aji, with Justices Ibrahim M. Musa Saulawa...
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NPFL: Sani leaves Rivers United for Niger Tornadoes
Mubarak Sani has agreed a move to Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Niger Tornadoes. Sani was on the books of former NPFL champions, Rivers United, last season. The midfielder parted ways with the Port-Harcourt based club following the expiration of his contract at the end of the 2024-25 season. Sani played a key role […] NPFL: Sani leaves Rivers United for Niger Tornadoes
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Davido confirms Adeleke’s defection rumour to APC
Nigerian Afrobeat singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has affirmed the speculations on the imminent defection of his uncle and Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, from the Peoples Democratic The post Davido confirms Adeleke’s defection rumour to APC appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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No breaking up between Shettima and Tinubu in 2027 – group assures
Northern Vanguard, a political advocacy group, has defended Tinubu-Shettima alliance, warning against 2027 election plots to divide presidency & destabilise Nigeria.
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Controversy as Iyabo Ojo, Toyin Abraham links up with Seyi Tinubu [VIDEO]
Nigerians have continued to react to the trending video of actress Iyabo Ojo’s visit to President Bola Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu. The video of their link up was shared on Instagram by actress Toyin Abraham. The video which captured Iyabo Ojo, Toyin Abraham and Seyi Tinubu together has sparked speculation of political shift, leading to […] Controversy as Iyabo Ojo, Toyin Abraham links up with Seyi Tinubu [VIDEO]
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DWP issues urgent warning as millions of UK residents could have money taken from their accounts
The UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued a serious warning about a new wave of fraudulent text messages targeting members of the public with false claims about government energy bill support.
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Defection Wave Hits Kano As PDP Candidates Move To ADC
The wave of defections hitting the Peoples Democratic Party has landed at the Kano State chapter of the party as several of its 2023 general election candidates have officially dumped the party for the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The announcement was made at a press briefing in Kano, where the group of former PDP loyalists, […] The post Defection Wave Hits Kano As PDP Candidates Move To ADC appeared first on OsunDefender.
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‘Choose unity over hate,’ Eniola Badmus condemns death wish by influencer
Tribune Online ‘Choose unity over hate,’ Eniola Badmus condemns death wish by influencer “It’s truly disheartening to see a social media influencer use their platform to wish death on anyone at all. No matter your political views... ‘Choose unity over hate,’ Eniola Badmus condemns death wish by influencer Tribune Online
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One Year, Big Impact: Otuaro’s Silent Revolution in the Niger Delta, by Julius Ogunro
It is barely over a year since Dennis Otauro, PhD, was appointed as the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme. Still, in that short time, his impact as the region’s strong voice, advocate, and the president’s outreach arm, bringing hope and development to the Niger Delta, has grown significantly. When he was appointed in March [...]
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Asue Ighodalo’s Campaign Director Resigns From PDP
  The Director-General of the Asue/Ogie Campaign Council, Matthew Iduoriyekemwen, has resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party. In his resignation letter dated July 17, 2025, and addressed to the Chairman of the PDP, Ward 5, Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area, Edo State, Andrew Esemuede, Iduoriyekemwen cited recent developments within the party at both the […] The post Asue Ighodalo’s Campaign Director Resigns From PDP appeared first on OsunDefender.
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Youth population risks becoming burden without urgent investment, NPC warns
Nigeria’s demographic future hangs in the balance, as over 60 per cent of the population is now under the age of 30, a statistic that the National Population Commission (NPC) says could be either a massive development opportunity or a The post Youth population risks becoming burden without urgent investment, NPC warns appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Air India probe of Boeing 787 fuel control switches finds no issues
Air India's inspection of the locking feature on the fuel control switches of its existing Boeing 787 aircraft found no issues, an internal communication circulated within the airline said. The post Air India probe of Boeing 787 fuel control switches finds no issues appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Over 91 Million Africans living with chronic viral hepatitis – WHO
In Nigeria, the prevalence among children under five stood at 0.3 per cent, slightly above the 2025 regional target. The post Over 91 Million Africans living with chronic viral hepatitis – WHO appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Police arrest suspected Lakurawa bandit, recover AK-49 rifle in Sokoto
The Police Command in Sokoto State has announced the arrest of a suspected Lakurawa bandit and the recovery of an AK-49 rifle with ammunition, following a swift, intelligence-led operation. The Commissioner of Police (CP), Mr Ahmed Musa, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday by the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Ahmad Rufai. According […] Police arrest suspected Lakurawa bandit, recover AK-49 rifle in Sokoto
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Supreme Court strikes out AMCON’s N24.6bn appeal against Suru Ventures
Tribune Online Supreme Court strikes out AMCON’s N24.6bn appeal against Suru Ventures The company claimed that a restructured facility of N8.3 billion in 2012 ballooned to N24.6 billion by 2013, without any new credit facility being granted. Supreme Court strikes out AMCON’s N24.6bn appeal against Suru Ventures Tribune Online
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Shettima lauds Buhari’s commitment to Nigeria
The event, which took place at the late president’s residence, attracted thousands of mourners from across the country...
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ADC not for sale — Ex-presidential candidate Dumebi Kachikwu tells Atiku, others
The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in the 2023 election, Dumebi Kachikwu, has blasted former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, saying that the party is not for sale. Kachikwu spoke at a press conference in Abuja on Thursday. According to him, Atiku orchestrated the coalition movement under ADC to hijack power for his […] ADC not for sale — Ex-presidential candidate Dumebi Kachikwu tells Atiku, others
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Soldiers Reject N13m Bribe From Terrorist’s In Plateau
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has disclosed that troops of Operation Safe Heaven rejected N13 million inducement from two suspected terrorists during an operation in Plateau State. Director Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Markus Kangye, revealed this during a press briefing on military operations across the country, on Thursday in Abuja. According to Kangye, the troops were […]
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Security collective responsibility of all Nigerians – Etsu Nupe
The ‘Etsu Nupe’ and Chairman, Council of Traditional Rulers in Niger State, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, says the security of Nigeria is the collective responsibility of all law abiding citizens. The Etsu Nupe spoke in his palace at Bida when he received the new Commissioner of Police in Niger State, Adamu Abdullahi-Elleman, on a courtesy visit. […] Security collective responsibility of all Nigerians – Etsu Nupe
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Burna Boy: I once felt more Jamaican than Nigerian
Grammy-winning singer Burna Boy has revealed that he once felt a deeper connection to Jamaican culture than to his Nigerian heritage. Speaking in a recent interview with Capital Xtra in The post Burna Boy: I once felt more Jamaican than Nigerian appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Nabbed terror suspects tried to bribe soldiers with ₦13.7m – DHQ
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed that troops under Operation Safe Haven rejected a bribe of ₦13.7 million offered by two terror suspects intercepted in Plateau State during a recent operation. The disclosure was made on Thursday by the Director The post Nabbed terror suspects tried to bribe soldiers with ₦13.7m – DHQ appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Edo launches bidding for livestock market, slaughter slab projects
The Edo State Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (Edo LPRES) has received 15 bids for the rehabilitation of slaughter slabs, live bird markets and additional farmer field schools across the state, signalling progress in efforts to enhance livestock infrastructure. The post Edo launches bidding for livestock market, slaughter slab projects appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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Watch trending video as Fayose celebrates after defeating EFCC in court
In a trending video, ex-Ekiti governor, Ayodele Fayose, was enjoyed amala with site workers after he defeated the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission in court.
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Watch video: Omisore drops bombshell, reveals reason Adeleke is begging to join APC
In a trending interview, a former deputy governor of Osun state, Iyiola Omisore, alleged that Governor Ademola Adeleke, is a political orphan begging to join the APC
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I relied on TikTok after my ‘Okrika’ business failed during Covid – Jay On-air
Media personality Joseph Onaolapo, popularly known as Jay On-air, has shared how he once resorted to selling secondhand clothes, known as ‘Okrika’, to survive after quitting his corporate job due The post I relied on TikTok after my ‘Okrika’ business failed during Covid – Jay On-air appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Nigerian soldiers rejected N13.7m bribe from terrorists – DHQ
The Defence Headquarters, DHQ, says troops of Operation Safe Haven rejected a bribe of N13.7 million offered by terrorists during an operation along the Jos-Sanga Road in Plateau. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Markus Kangye, disclosed this while briefing journalists on military operations across the country on Thursday in Abuja. Kangye said the […] Nigerian soldiers rejected N13.7m bribe from terrorists – DHQ
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SABMiller Breweries not highest taxpayer - Anambra Govt dismisses Obi’s claim
The Anambra State Internal Revenue Service (AIRS) has refuted a recent claim by former Governor Peter Obi that SABMiller Breweries is the highest tax-paying company in the state. The post SABMiller Breweries not highest taxpayer - Anambra Govt dismisses Obi’s claim appeared first on Vanguard News.
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